Travis Hunter’s father confesses what no one knew before son joined Deion Sanders at Jackson State

Travis Hunter Jr. was the No. 1 high school football player in 2021. Everyone thought he would go to Florida State or Georgia. Instead, he shocked the country by picking Jackson State University. His father, Travis Hunter Sr., was not happy. He admitted that he warned his son against Georgia. He even told him he would not attend his games if he went there. But Travis Jr. wanted to play for Deion “Coach Prime” Sanders, and nothing was going to change his mind.After Travis Hunter Jr. won the state championship with Collins Hill High School in Georgia in December 2021, his father had one plan. “You’re going to Florida State,” he told his son. The next morning, Travis Jr. gave a surprise. “Dad, it ain’t no Florida State. Florida State dead,” he said.That left Georgia as the expected choice. But Hunter Sr. did not trust it. “I know they’re going to try to bribe the family,” he said. He then gave his son a warning. “If you go to Georgia, I ain’t coming to none of your games.”But his son already knew where he wanted to go. “No, I’m playing for Coach Prime,” Travis Hunter Jr. told him. His father cried when he heard the words. He realized his son would now play for the man people compared him to, Deion Sanders.Also Read: Will Josh Allen Play Against The Miami Dolphins Tonight? Latest Injury Update On The Buffalo Bills' QuarterbackTravis Hunter Jr. had three reasons for picking Jackson State. He idolized Deion Sanders. His mother trusted Deion Sanders. And the two shared a love for fishing, which built a strong bond.Travis Hunter Jr. played offence and defence at Jackson State in 2022. On offence, he had just under 200 yards; on defence, he made 19 tackles. Travis Hunter Jr. followed Deion Sanders' December 2022 departure for Colorado. He was all over his Colorado debut against TCU on September 2, 2023, in Fort Worth, Texas. With one interception, he made three tackles; he played 147 snaps, caught 11 passes for 119 yards. He had more than 2,100 receiving yards and 80 tackles by the end of the season. Just as Coach Prime once was, he became a real two-way star.Travis Hunter Jr. has become Colorado’s centerpiece in 2025, proving himself as a true two-way superstar under Deion Sanders.Travis Hunter Jr. played nearly 100 snaps in his rookie Jaguars season opener, showing the team trusts his versatility and two-way potential.Travis Hunter Jr. has quickly become a fan favorite in Jacksonville, drawing praise for his explosive playmaking and game-changing energy.Travis Hunter Jr. is now being mentioned in early Pro Bowl conversations, with analysts praising his athleticism, discipline, leadership, and rising NFL impact.In his latest game, Travis Hunter played 85 snaps split between offence and defence, reinforcing confidence in his two-way role. In his third game, Travis Hunter played 43 defensive snaps—more than offense—logging six tackles and locking down routes.In Week 4, Travis Hunter hauled in a 28-yard catch that set up a crucial drive for Jacksonville.In Week 4 against the 49ers, Travis Hunter caught 3 passes for 42 yards, his highest receiving total of the season so far.